No settling in period

Following on from the other thread, I wondered if anyone (cm or parent) has any experience of starting a child on full days with no settling in sessions? I have 2 little ones starting soon but they are away for the 3 weeks immediately prior to their mum going back to work. I'm a bit worried how they will get on having only met me a couple of short times so far before in advance then going straight into 3 long consecutive days

Presumably they're siblings? I think that will help a lot. It sounds as though there's no option but you may find the first few days pretty unsettled. I agree that several comfort objects would be a good move.

I had a little girl meet me once on the Saturday and start full days on the Wednesday. She was upset and wanted mummy but I made sure I spent plenty of close time with her, down playing, really involved, speaking to her etc etc and not doing anything too demanding - plus getting a comprehensive All About me form - and planning basic activities I know she likes... all was fine and she is doing well. This was short notice termination of a previous minding contract and I needed to take her on ASAP so couldn't be helped. Just be armed with fun and time to really get to know them on day 1